Waterloo considering motorbus substitute for streetcars
A historical note predicts Waterloo may shift from a streetcar system to motor buses as interurban lines reduce service. Observations from Waterloo and similar cities like Newburgh show initial gains with motorbuses but uncertain long term advantage. Tests in Detroit found streetcars faster in ten trials, suggesting mixed outcomes for replacing streetcar networks.
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Waverly
Rainbow Drive
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Newburgh
Detroit
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Kolor-Bak Restores Gray Hair Color
Kolor-Bak restores hair to its original shade and banishes dandruff. It stops scalp itching and rejuvenates hair. Money back if it fails to deliver. Regular price $1.50, sale $1.29 for a limited time at Robert Drug Co.
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Robert Drug Co
Jo Miller
Street rail versus motorbus futures in early 20th century plans
Congestion and declining passenger revenue threaten the Port Dodge, Des Moines Southern railway, pushing consideration of motorbus transport. Streetcar service remains viable in large cities due to parking scarcity, while Waterloo benefits from plentiful parking. Officials discuss pavement use costs and snowplow cooperation with motorists, with W. C. F. N. evaluating motorbus experiments without firm plans.
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Kellogg’s ALL-BRAN Ad Claims Fast Constipation Relief
An advertisement promotes Kellogg’s ALL-BRAN from Battle Creek Michigan. It urges two tablespoonfuls daily, with meals, and touts health benefits, recipes on packaging, hotel and restaurant distribution, and a money back guarantee for permanent relief.
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Kellogg
Battle Creek
Michigan
Dokies Plan Final Show Arrangements Tonight
Final arrangements will be made tonight by members of the Dokies at a Knights of Pythias hall meeting for the Morris-Castle shows opening a week long run at Cedar River park. The events, under Dokies sponsorship, will be staged in Cedar River park starting Monday with tickets advertised for eastern sale. Frank Morrow of Traer, elected senior grand deacon at Davenport session, marks local Masonry advancement. Tickets are on sale at Wabash railways offices and Union Station for round trips with details from J A Harlow.
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